Where Can Wastes Go
Where Can Wastes Go
Did you know recycling is one of the best ways for making a positive impact on the world? Wastes are harmful to the environment in many ways; of which the release of harmful chemicals and greenhouse gases in landfills are the most potent ones, aggravating global warming.
While growing global population and improving wealth create more waste, recycling is an effective way to relieve both waste and resources shortage problems. Recycling not only helps reduce pollution, it reduces the need for raw materials and saves energy used for extracting raw materials.
With the acute land shortage problem in Hong Kong, waste problem is adding pressure to the city's capacity. According to the Environmental Protection Department, municipal solid waste generation rate is staggering high and the lanfills will reach their capacity by 2020. It is of vital importance to adopt a greener lifestyle and transform "wastes" into resources.
Click on the poster to find out how you can take a step to make a difference.